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This year at Screencast Camp , things were pretty low key for me until it actually started. So you’ll see a little rust in this episode, but regardless, our guest, Anton Bollen, TechSmith German Evangelist, provides some great tips about becoming a better screencaster. Anton’s Screencasting Tips for becoming a Better Screencaster. The show wasn’t without incident though. MORE

When creating an online course or any sort of demonstration, you may need to capture your computer screen. We’ve narrowed it down to a few of the best screencasting applications to help you build your online course a little easier. With Screencast-O-Matic , you have the option to record through your browser with one click or through the downloaded application. MORE

Instead of using class time, create a video that explains your syllabus. For Educators camtasia Camtasia for Mac Camtasia Studio Education educational technology flipped classroom Higher Ed Screencasting Snagit Snagit on Mac VideoWalking through the syllabus is a necessary task at the beginning of every class. Students need to know where to find resources, how you’ll be evaluating them, and to hear you set the tone for the learning ahead. But often it takes up a good portion of the first class – valuable time that could be spent learning. What Do I Need? MORE

Adding background music to any video you create in Camtasia will add a whole new dimension to your content. All of my tutorials are of course made with the amazing Camtasia for Mac ! Tips & How To's Audio Camtasia for Mac Camtasia Studio customers Screencasting Tips and Tricks VideoGuest Post by Mike Russell, Creative Director at Music Radio Creative. MORE

Which basically means creating a spike in the audio that is captured on both the audio recorder and camera. It’s essentially the same idea, you are creating a noticeable spike in the audio that you will be able to easily line up later in your editor. Tips for Recording Audio for Screencasts. Nothing turns off viewers faster than a video with bad audio. Watch it on YouTube. MORE

It’s just a matter of plugging your iOS 8 device into a Mac running Yosemite and then firing up a tool like Camtasia for Mac or TechSmith AppShow. These tips will help you get great results the first time you dive into iOS screencasting. When you plug your device into your Mac and launch a mobile recording app (e.g., Prepare your iOS device. 1. Clean up clutter. MORE

This week's Screencast of the Week is a great one! John put together the following slideshow using Camtasia for Mac. asked John how he created the screencast with Camtasia for Mac. brought the audio into Camtasia for Mac, along with all the images (as JPGs). Check out the screencast below. Any nominations for next week's Screencast of the Week? MORE

And all I could think of is that if he had made a quick screencast of what he wanted to show on his website, his presentation would have been fine. If he had a screencast, he would have had a presentation regardless of the Wi-Fi situation. Create a back up. Create a back up of your back up. Make a screencast so you can demo your product smoothly. Dead air. MORE

Back in June, Apple announced that developers would be able to create and upload a 30-second demo to their App Store listing. Not all developers have created a video for their app yet, so you might not see many in the store yet. It’s software that runs on a Mac and captures the screen of your iOS device. also wanted to include an update on AppShow , now in open beta. MORE

started with a long history of screencasting. discovered over the years, that in education as well as in advertisements, screencasts are just not good enough on their own. Instead we have to utilize many forms of video to create a better and more engaging experience for our audience. Creating a good story is a lof of work. ”—that it was as simple to create. MORE

Camtasia for Mac 2.1 delivers clip speed , the #1 feature request from Camtasia for Mac users-- as voted by our user community. For some thoughts on why this is a useful feature to have in screencasting software, jump down below the video. Get Camtasia for Mac 2.1: Download a free trial | Upgrade free if you own Camtasia for Mac 2.0. You read that right. MORE

Screencasts and videos are no different. Check out the example below that was created in Camtasia Studio. Easing in Camtasia for Mac. You might not know it, but if you are working in Camtasia for Mac and have added animations like zooms, pans, tilts, or movement to objects on your timeline, you’ve likely been using easing all along. Easing in Camtasia Studio. Click OK. MORE

This week each business created their first (or in some cases, second or third) screencast and sent us an exmaple. Thomas Ro is a developer at Ciesa and one of their heaviest users when it comes to screencasting. Since the narrative style tends to be similar between each screencast, an actual script isn't necessary. Our screencasts tend to be done in takes. MORE

Rather than answering these questions every day, you can create a short video to show students how to log into anything when they forget. Sam Houston ISD, Dr. Roland Rios has built up a library of useful how-to clips created by student tech interns. See an example of how to create and name a Google Doc. For Educators Education educational technology flipped classroom Higher Ed Screencasting Snagit Snagit on Mac Snagit on Windows Time Saver VideoShare a how to login video at the beginning of the term so you can refer them back to it. What do I need? 1. At Ft. MORE

Which is one reason we’re so excited to be building TechSmith AppShow , a new software product for Mac that will make it easier than ever to createscreencasts of iOS devices. With iOS 8 and Mac OS X Yosemite (now in beta, expected this fall), anyone will be able to capture their device screen directly to a Mac to record iOS Apps, with pixel-perfect clarity and smooth motion. MORE

And we're flattered to hear that pro screencasters like Scott Skibell see it as a game changer , too. For software, of course we're biased toward Camtasia for Mac , which you can download and use free for 30 days (it's $99 to buy). The remove a color effect in Camtasia for Mac is really quite forgiving of background shadows. But no longer. To what end? Instant upgrade! MORE

What's been the initial reaction to their finished screencasts, both internally and from their clients? Have you thought of new ways you might use screencasting in your business? Thomas: Our training-oriented screencasts feature a lot of in depth demonstration on the use of our sites and technology. Have you shared any of your screencast work so far? CiesaDesign. MORE

Don has been making screencasts since 2005, when he formed his membership site teaching about all things Mac and iOS, ScreenCastsOnline. In addition to making screencasts for his site, Don creates tutorials for top Mac and iOS software vendors, including The Omni Group, Boinx Software, Smile Software, Cultured Code, 37 Signals and many more. Yeah, us too. MORE

He’s also generously shared some thoughtful tips for creatingscreencast -friendly PowerPoint slides. Geetesh’s 13 Tips for Creating Great PowerPoint Slides for Recording. Here are some things to keep in mind while creating your PowerPoint presentation: 1. If you did create a script, print the script with a fairly larger sized font size. MORE

We're half way through our "12 days of Screencasting. Today's tip is from screencast expert and veteran Scott Skibell. All together now. "On the sixth day of Screencasting, Scott Skibell gave to me. For the 12 Screencasts of Christmas, I wanted to make sure I shared a gold nugget and not just a lump of coal. The object then appears to float over the screencast. MORE

Have you ever wondered what techniques you can employ to create a great video? We conducted a focus group and discovered the vast majority of “what” creates an engaging video happens before you ever click the Record button inside Camtasia Studio! Have you ever wondered what techniques you can employ to create a great video? MORE

I'm going to let you in on a few secrets as we get closer to the launch of Camtasia for Mac on August 25. Up first is a sneak peek of one of the new features in Camtasia for Mac - SmartFocus. Camtasia for Mac will also include TechSmith's patented SmartFocus technology. It's great for creating dynamic screencasts or to highlight a particular section of your screen, or create a fly-over effect, or focus your viewer's attention for greater detail. Check out this quick screencast. So, Tags: Camtasia for Mac News TechSmith 475 157 479 38 MORE

Rather than spending hours writing up lesson plans for them to try to follow, why not create video instructions for substitutes and your students to watch together? Plans will be clear and the sub can focus on creating a great learning experience without worrying about how to interpret the directions. For Educators camtasia Camtasia for Mac Camtasia Studio Education educational technology flipped classroom Higher Ed Screencasting techsmith fuse Tips and Tricks VideoWhat do I need? 1. TechSmith Fuse and/or Camtasia. 2. Your plans for the day you’ll be absent. MORE

I’ve been creating a lot of screencasts recently for the goal-based learning systems that we develop, so I thought I’d give you a run through of the equipment I’m using and the workflow I’ve adopted. The screencasts show users how to use the functions of the goal-based learning system. Equipment: Mac. elearning Filmmaking Goal-based learning Screencast Technology Video MORE

In the final week of the Camtasia test drive, Netvantage Co-Founder Adam Henige reflected back on their month of screencasting. Camtasia's ease of use makes training modules very easy to make, so we're actually exploring the possibility with a few corporate partners of creating subscription online marketing materials for niche industries (see sample below). Netvantage. netvantage. MORE

It's time to kick off our marathon of 24 Screencasts about Camtasia in 24 hours! Matt Pierce, our Customer Engagement Manager, is the host of the videos so you'll see him in most of the screencasts we make. 11:00 am: Creating a Good Story, Bil Moore. 11:00 pm: Secrets of Camtasia for Mac for power users or nerds. Doug Troxell, Camtasia for Mac developer. MORE

Welcome to the pre-release beta of the newest Camtasia feature, with some automatic goodness: Camtasia Rap-ify (For Windows and Mac). Create your video as you normally would, adjusting sizes, adding callouts, clips – editing everything as you normally would. The post From flat to phat: New Camtasia feature drops the needle on screencasts appeared first on TechSmith Blogs. MORE

We received some great entries for our Les Paul Guitar Google Doodle screencast contest. Not only did Ellen create a fantastic screencast of the Google Doodle Les Paul guitar, but she also wrote her own lyrics and added more tracks in GarageBand. You can read more about Ellen's screencast video here. Check out Ellen's screencast below. We received some great entries for our Les Paul Guitar Google Doodle screencast contest. Camtasia Studio Camtasia for Mac Customer Videos Screencast 392 475 273 32And, I'm happy to announce the winner! MORE

Starting last week, we challenged four small businesses in the Lansing, Michigan area to "test drive" Camtasia Studio and/or Camtasia for Mac in their business setting for four weeks. Each week, they will share the experience with us through written responses, screencasts, photos and video. Where is Ciesa at with screencasting? Where are you at with screencasting? MORE

Its a bit of a pity that there are "no good rapid-elearning tools" (take this with a pinch of salt for now) for the Mac. Yes you have Powerpoint on the Mac , but given the fact that you can't convert.wmf files into drawing objects, its greatly limited in its graphics editing and authoring capabilities. So that's how I author my elearning on my Mac. Sumeet Moghe, 2009. MORE

Tips & How To's Camtasia for MacScreencasting Tips and TricksAchieving a good green screen effect used to be difficult and expensive. But no longer. In this post, I'll show you how to make your first green screen video on the cheap. We'll take a look at the various elements you need to consider: backdrop, software, camera, lighting.and how you can probably pull off your first green screen production for $30 or less. Before we get started on the how.let's talk about the why. Why would you ever want to use a green screen effect in your video? To what end? Continue reading. MORE

I'm really happy and pleased to finally be able to share Camtasia for Mac v1.0 We built Camtasia for Mac from the ground up. hope you enjoy the product as much as we enjoyed creating it. wanted to show you what is new in Camtasia for Mac as well as answer some question I've been hearing lately. Want to see Camtasia for Mac in action? with you! Getting Started. MORE

AppShow makes it easy to record an iOS device and create a compelling video. Create marketing videos for an app. To run AppShow, you need: a Mac with Yosemite. The post New from TechSmith Labs: AppShow brings iOS screen recording to Mac appeared first on TechSmith Blogs. News & Events Apple AppShow Mac Mobile news and events Release Screencasting Today we officially launched TechSmith AppShow as a technical preview within TechSmith Labs. Why use it? You might use it to: Show how to use the features of an app. Help people discover new apps. Why Labs? MORE

As a video creator, especially with screencasts, I am always looking for ways to enhance my content and improve the engagement of my viewers. We can capture the video conference interviews and then bring them into the videos I’m creating. This video you create might just be for review purposes. With technology like Skype and Google Hangouts though, I don’t have to. Video. MORE

You'll have a chance to win copies of Camtasia Studio and Camtasia for Mac as well as some fun things like microphones, books, TechSmith t-shirts, mugs, the coveted TechSmith spork and more! We'll have a wide selection of books that are perfect for any screencaster that you could win, including: Made to Stick: Why Some Ideas Survive and Others Die by Chip Heath. Microphones? Check! MORE

Have you ever wondered what techniques you can employ to create a great video? We conducted a focus group and discovered the vast majority of “what” creates an engaging video happens before you ever click the Record button inside Camtasia Studio! Have you ever wondered what techniques you can employ to create a great video?

Welcome to the pre-release beta of the newest Camtasia feature, with some automatic goodness: Camtasia Rap-ify (For Windows and Mac). Create your video as you normally would, adjusting sizes, adding callouts, clips – editing everything as you normally would. The post From flat to phat: New Camtasia feature drops the needle on screencasts appeared first on TechSmith Blogs.

Camtasia for Mac 2.1 delivers clip speed , the #1 feature request from Camtasia for Mac users-- as voted by our user community. For some thoughts on why this is a useful feature to have in screencasting software, jump down below the video. Get Camtasia for Mac 2.1: Download a free trial | Upgrade free if you own Camtasia for Mac 2.0. You read that right.

He’s also generously shared some thoughtful tips for creatingscreencast -friendly PowerPoint slides. Geetesh’s 13 Tips for Creating Great PowerPoint Slides for Recording. Here are some things to keep in mind while creating your PowerPoint presentation: 1. If you did create a script, print the script with a fairly larger sized font size.

This week's Screencast of the Week is a great one! John put together the following slideshow using Camtasia for Mac. asked John how he created the screencast with Camtasia for Mac. brought the audio into Camtasia for Mac, along with all the images (as JPGs). Check out the screencast below. Any nominations for next week's Screencast of the Week?

We received some great entries for our Les Paul Guitar Google Doodle screencast contest. Not only did Ellen create a fantastic screencast of the Google Doodle Les Paul guitar, but she also wrote her own lyrics and added more tracks in GarageBand. You can read more about Ellen's screencast video here. Check out Ellen's screencast below. We received some great entries for our Les Paul Guitar Google Doodle screencast contest. Camtasia Studio Camtasia for Mac Customer Videos Screencast 392 475 273 32And, I'm happy to announce the winner!

I'm really happy and pleased to finally be able to share Camtasia for Mac v1.0 We built Camtasia for Mac from the ground up. hope you enjoy the product as much as we enjoyed creating it. wanted to show you what is new in Camtasia for Mac as well as answer some question I've been hearing lately. Want to see Camtasia for Mac in action? with you! Getting Started.

We're half way through our "12 days of Screencasting. Today's tip is from screencast expert and veteran Scott Skibell. All together now. "On the sixth day of Screencasting, Scott Skibell gave to me. For the 12 Screencasts of Christmas, I wanted to make sure I shared a gold nugget and not just a lump of coal. The object then appears to float over the screencast.

It’s just a matter of plugging your iOS 8 device into a Mac running Yosemite and then firing up a tool like Camtasia for Mac or TechSmith AppShow. These tips will help you get great results the first time you dive into iOS screencasting. When you plug your device into your Mac and launch a mobile recording app (e.g., Prepare your iOS device. 1. Clean up clutter.

I'm going to let you in on a few secrets as we get closer to the launch of Camtasia for Mac on August 25. Up first is a sneak peek of one of the new features in Camtasia for Mac - SmartFocus. Camtasia for Mac will also include TechSmith's patented SmartFocus technology. It's great for creating dynamic screencasts or to highlight a particular section of your screen, or create a fly-over effect, or focus your viewer's attention for greater detail. Check out this quick screencast. So, Tags: Camtasia for Mac News TechSmith 475 157 479 38

It's time to kick off our marathon of 24 Screencasts about Camtasia in 24 hours! Matt Pierce, our Customer Engagement Manager, is the host of the videos so you'll see him in most of the screencasts we make. 11:00 am: Creating a Good Story, Bil Moore. 11:00 pm: Secrets of Camtasia for Mac for power users or nerds. Doug Troxell, Camtasia for Mac developer.

You'll have a chance to win copies of Camtasia Studio and Camtasia for Mac as well as some fun things like microphones, books, TechSmith t-shirts, mugs, the coveted TechSmith spork and more! We'll have a wide selection of books that are perfect for any screencaster that you could win, including: Made to Stick: Why Some Ideas Survive and Others Die by Chip Heath. Microphones? Check!

This week's Screencast of the Week is a great one! John put together the following slideshow using Camtasia for Mac. asked John how he created the screencast with Camtasia for Mac. brought the audio into Camtasia for Mac, along with all the images (as JPGs). Check out the screencast below. Any nominations for next week's Screencast of the Week?

We received some great entries for our Les Paul Guitar Google Doodle screencast contest. Not only did Ellen create a fantastic screencast of the Google Doodle Les Paul guitar, but she also wrote her own lyrics and added more tracks in GarageBand. You can read more about Ellen's screencast video here. Check out Ellen's screencast below. We received some great entries for our Les Paul Guitar Google Doodle screencast contest. Camtasia Studio Camtasia for Mac Customer Videos Screencast 392 475 273 32And, I'm happy to announce the winner!

I'm really happy and pleased to finally be able to share Camtasia for Mac v1.0 We built Camtasia for Mac from the ground up. hope you enjoy the product as much as we enjoyed creating it. wanted to show you what is new in Camtasia for Mac as well as answer some question I've been hearing lately. Want to see Camtasia for Mac in action? with you! Getting Started.

Tips & How To's Camtasia for MacScreencasting Tips and TricksAchieving a good green screen effect used to be difficult and expensive. But no longer. In this post, I'll show you how to make your first green screen video on the cheap. We'll take a look at the various elements you need to consider: backdrop, software, camera, lighting.and how you can probably pull off your first green screen production for $30 or less. Before we get started on the how.let's talk about the why. Why would you ever want to use a green screen effect in your video? To what end? Continue reading.

This year at Screencast Camp , things were pretty low key for me until it actually started. So you’ll see a little rust in this episode, but regardless, our guest, Anton Bollen, TechSmith German Evangelist, provides some great tips about becoming a better screencaster. Anton’s Screencasting Tips for becoming a Better Screencaster. The show wasn’t without incident though.

AppShow makes it easy to record an iOS device and create a compelling video. Create marketing videos for an app. To run AppShow, you need: a Mac with Yosemite. The post New from TechSmith Labs: AppShow brings iOS screen recording to Mac appeared first on TechSmith Blogs. News & Events Apple AppShow Mac Mobile news and events Release Screencasting Today we officially launched TechSmith AppShow as a technical preview within TechSmith Labs. Why use it? You might use it to: Show how to use the features of an app. Help people discover new apps. Why Labs?

When creating an online course or any sort of demonstration, you may need to capture your computer screen. We’ve narrowed it down to a few of the best screencasting applications to help you build your online course a little easier. With Screencast-O-Matic , you have the option to record through your browser with one click or through the downloaded application.

Back in June, Apple announced that developers would be able to create and upload a 30-second demo to their App Store listing. Not all developers have created a video for their app yet, so you might not see many in the store yet. It’s software that runs on a Mac and captures the screen of your iOS device. also wanted to include an update on AppShow , now in open beta.

Instead of using class time, create a video that explains your syllabus. For Educators camtasia Camtasia for Mac Camtasia Studio Education educational technology flipped classroom Higher Ed Screencasting Snagit Snagit on Mac VideoWalking through the syllabus is a necessary task at the beginning of every class. Students need to know where to find resources, how you’ll be evaluating them, and to hear you set the tone for the learning ahead. But often it takes up a good portion of the first class – valuable time that could be spent learning. What Do I Need?

I’ve been creating a lot of screencasts recently for the goal-based learning systems that we develop, so I thought I’d give you a run through of the equipment I’m using and the workflow I’ve adopted. The screencasts show users how to use the functions of the goal-based learning system. Equipment: Mac. elearning Filmmaking Goal-based learning Screencast Technology Video

Which basically means creating a spike in the audio that is captured on both the audio recorder and camera. It’s essentially the same idea, you are creating a noticeable spike in the audio that you will be able to easily line up later in your editor. Tips for Recording Audio for Screencasts. Nothing turns off viewers faster than a video with bad audio. Watch it on YouTube.

Rather than spending hours writing up lesson plans for them to try to follow, why not create video instructions for substitutes and your students to watch together? Plans will be clear and the sub can focus on creating a great learning experience without worrying about how to interpret the directions. For Educators camtasia Camtasia for Mac Camtasia Studio Education educational technology flipped classroom Higher Ed Screencasting techsmith fuse Tips and Tricks VideoWhat do I need? 1. TechSmith Fuse and/or Camtasia. 2. Your plans for the day you’ll be absent.

Adding background music to any video you create in Camtasia will add a whole new dimension to your content. All of my tutorials are of course made with the amazing Camtasia for Mac ! Tips & How To's Audio Camtasia for Mac Camtasia Studio customers Screencasting Tips and Tricks VideoGuest Post by Mike Russell, Creative Director at Music Radio Creative.

Rather than answering these questions every day, you can create a short video to show students how to log into anything when they forget. Sam Houston ISD, Dr. Roland Rios has built up a library of useful how-to clips created by student tech interns. See an example of how to create and name a Google Doc. For Educators Education educational technology flipped classroom Higher Ed Screencasting Snagit Snagit on Mac Snagit on Windows Time Saver VideoShare a how to login video at the beginning of the term so you can refer them back to it. What do I need? 1. At Ft.

This week each business created their first (or in some cases, second or third) screencast and sent us an exmaple. Thomas Ro is a developer at Ciesa and one of their heaviest users when it comes to screencasting. Since the narrative style tends to be similar between each screencast, an actual script isn't necessary. Our screencasts tend to be done in takes.

Which is one reason we’re so excited to be building TechSmith AppShow , a new software product for Mac that will make it easier than ever to createscreencasts of iOS devices. With iOS 8 and Mac OS X Yosemite (now in beta, expected this fall), anyone will be able to capture their device screen directly to a Mac to record iOS Apps, with pixel-perfect clarity and smooth motion.

started with a long history of screencasting. discovered over the years, that in education as well as in advertisements, screencasts are just not good enough on their own. Instead we have to utilize many forms of video to create a better and more engaging experience for our audience. Creating a good story is a lof of work. ”—that it was as simple to create.

As a video creator, especially with screencasts, I am always looking for ways to enhance my content and improve the engagement of my viewers. We can capture the video conference interviews and then bring them into the videos I’m creating. This video you create might just be for review purposes. With technology like Skype and Google Hangouts though, I don’t have to. Video.

And all I could think of is that if he had made a quick screencast of what he wanted to show on his website, his presentation would have been fine. If he had a screencast, he would have had a presentation regardless of the Wi-Fi situation. Create a back up. Create a back up of your back up. Make a screencast so you can demo your product smoothly. Dead air.

Starting last week, we challenged four small businesses in the Lansing, Michigan area to "test drive" Camtasia Studio and/or Camtasia for Mac in their business setting for four weeks. Each week, they will share the experience with us through written responses, screencasts, photos and video. Where is Ciesa at with screencasting? Where are you at with screencasting?

In the final week of the Camtasia test drive, Netvantage Co-Founder Adam Henige reflected back on their month of screencasting. Camtasia's ease of use makes training modules very easy to make, so we're actually exploring the possibility with a few corporate partners of creating subscription online marketing materials for niche industries (see sample below). Netvantage. netvantage.

What's been the initial reaction to their finished screencasts, both internally and from their clients? Have you thought of new ways you might use screencasting in your business? Thomas: Our training-oriented screencasts feature a lot of in depth demonstration on the use of our sites and technology. Have you shared any of your screencast work so far? CiesaDesign.

Screencasts and videos are no different. Check out the example below that was created in Camtasia Studio. Easing in Camtasia for Mac. You might not know it, but if you are working in Camtasia for Mac and have added animations like zooms, pans, tilts, or movement to objects on your timeline, you’ve likely been using easing all along. Easing in Camtasia Studio. Click OK.

Its a bit of a pity that there are "no good rapid-elearning tools" (take this with a pinch of salt for now) for the Mac. Yes you have Powerpoint on the Mac , but given the fact that you can't convert.wmf files into drawing objects, its greatly limited in its graphics editing and authoring capabilities. So that's how I author my elearning on my Mac. Sumeet Moghe, 2009.

Don has been making screencasts since 2005, when he formed his membership site teaching about all things Mac and iOS, ScreenCastsOnline. In addition to making screencasts for his site, Don creates tutorials for top Mac and iOS software vendors, including The Omni Group, Boinx Software, Smile Software, Cultured Code, 37 Signals and many more. Yeah, us too.

And we're flattered to hear that pro screencasters like Scott Skibell see it as a game changer , too. For software, of course we're biased toward Camtasia for Mac , which you can download and use free for 30 days (it's $99 to buy). The remove a color effect in Camtasia for Mac is really quite forgiving of background shadows. But no longer. To what end? Instant upgrade!